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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 14
Cubs Minor League Wrap: The Jaguar strikes twice 
South Bend right-hander Brooks Caple was named Midwest League Pitcher of the Week. The Cubs signed left-hander Ty Blach and right-hander Paul Campbell assigned both to Triple-A Iowa.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 14
Cubs, Padres reportedly interested in former All-Star Lucas Giolito
Giolito may be the best starting pitcher remaining in free agency. He may find a home for the 2026 season soon.
The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz
How many of the players with the most multiple-home run by MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 14
Insider Confirms Cubs Are Pursuing Top Free Agent Pitcher
The Chicago Cubs are actively working the phone lines and looking for pitching help in whatever place they can find it, and as it turns out, they are going after the top name available.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 14
Cubs Turn to Seasoned Triple-A Pitcher Amidst Slew of Injuries
The Cubs pitchers are struggling. Monday night, the team gave up 15 hits as they fell to the Phillies, 13-7. Seven of Chicago’s 20 pitchers — 35% — are currently on the injured list.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 14
Cubs roster moves: Luke Little, Ryan Rolison called up; Charlie Barnes optioned, Ethan Roberts to injured list
The Cubs are loading up on left-handers as they play the Phillies the next two days — and then four times next week at Wrigley Field: You all know about Luke Little.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Athlon Sports / April 14
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Announces Career News Amid MLB Season
Pete Crow-Armstrong is looking to help the Chicago Cubs return to the MLB playoffs for a second straight year in 2026, but the start of his season has not gone as planned.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 14
Cubs give pitching a boost with promotion before Phillies clash
The Chicago Cubs are being satured with injuries affecting their pitching staff. As a result, they are looking at the minor leagues to fill in the gaps.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 14
The paper game ticket is becoming a thing of the past. Here’s what teams are missing by going all-digital
Most MLB teams, including the Cubs, have gone to all-digital ticketing. You can get a paper Cubs ticket… sometimes… depending on the circumstances. This began after the pandemic shut ballparks to fans in 2020.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Luke Little News / Cubs Insider / April 14
Cubs Reportedly Promoting LHP Luke Little to Aid Beleaguered Bullpen
In a move many anticipated following newly-promoted lefty Charlie Barnes‘ difficult outing, the Cubs are reportedly calling Luke Little up to the big club.
Josiah Hartshorn News / Cubs Insider / April 14
Slugging Cubs Prospect Josiah Hartshorn Making Mockery of Low-A in Pro Debut
I wonder if Cubs VP of scouting Dan Kantrovitz was singing Dusty Springfield’s most popular song when he tabbed switch-hitting slugger Josiah Hartshorn with the 181st overall pick in last year’s draft.
Colin Rea News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 14
Cubs Already Turning to Unconventional Pitching Strategy Today
The Chicago Cubs have been dealing with a significant number of injuries to the pitching staff already, despite it being just a couple of weeks into the season, and it's leading to a less-than-ideal plan this week.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 14
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 16
Reminder: I’m on vacation all this week and will be a little briefer than usual this week. Thanks for your patience. At least once in every season, a baseball fan’s faith will be tested.
Dylan Carlson News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 14
Cubs outright Dylan Carlson
The Cubs sent outfielder Dylan Carlson outright to Triple-A Iowa, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Chicago designated him for assignment over the weekend when Seiya Suzuki returned from a season-opening injured list stint.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 14
Cubs' Craig Counsell Gives Phil Maton Update Amid Knee Injury
Former New York Met and 10-year MLB veteran reliever Phil Maton had a career year between the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers last season, impressing despite a fastball velocity that averaged below 90 miles per hour (89.6).
Michael Busch News / Just Baseball / April 13
Is This The Turning Point For Michael Busch, Cubs’ Offense?
Between last regular season and the ensuing playoff run, Michael Busch was arguably the Chicago Cubs’ top hitter. Busch recorded a a 140 wRC+ and an .866 OPS, both the top marks among Cubs regulars.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 12
Carson Kelly's walkoff single caps Cubs rally, avoids Pirates sweep
Carson Kelly drove in pinch-runner Scott Kingery with one out in the ninth inning to give the host Chicago Cubs a 7-6 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates Sunday.
Chicago Cubs News / The Forkball / April 12
What Happened to the Cubs’ 2016 World Series ‘Final Out’ Ball?
That glorious moment from the 2016 World Series echoes eternally. It’s tattooed into the hearts and minds of every Chicago Cubs fan, and etched into the annals of Chicago history, particularly since it ended a 108-year championship drought.
Hunter Harvey News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 12
Cubs Place Hunter Harvey On 15-Day Injured List
The Cubs have placed right-hander Hunter Harvey on the 15-day injured list due to right triceps inflammation. Left-hander Charlie Barnes‘ contract was selected from Triple-A to take Harvey’s spot on the active roster, and the final open spot on Chicago’s 40-man roster.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / April 12
Even After Tough Outing From Cabrera, Rotation Has Been Cubs’ Bright Spot
With multiple Chicago Cubs starters already on the injured list, the team has needed every other starter it has to step up even more. But even with those injuries cropping up, the rotation has been the Cubs’ bright spot to start the season.
Justin Turner News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 12
Justin Turner Signs With Tijuana Toros
Justin Turner isn’t hanging up his spikes just yet. The longtime Dodgers infielder and 2020 World Series champion is signing with the Mexican League’s Tijuana Toros, reports David Vassegh of 570 Sports.
Willson Contreras News / Yardbarker / April 12
Willson Contreras gets revenge on former team as Red Sox beat Cardinals
Saturday's victory over the St. Louis Cardinals was extra sweet for one particular member of the Boston Red Sox.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 11
Oneil Cruz continuing to show why Pirates can't give up on him
It was a little more than two weeks ago that Pittsburgh Pirates centerfielder Oneil Cruz made headlines for all of the wrong reasons on opening day.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / April 11
Chicago Cubs News and Notes: Injuries Test Pitching Depth
The Chicago Cubs have started their year 6-7 and are in last place in the NL Central. The Cubs opened the 2026 season facing early pitching challenges.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / April 7
Cubs get crushing injury update on Cade Horton
The Chicago Cubs’ hopes of winning the National League Central have taken a massive blow just two weeks into the regular season.
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